Irishtown
Irishtown is a townland in the civil parish of Palmerston, barony of Uppercross, Co. Dublin. Its name in Irish is An Baile Gaelach.
Parcel 1907112
- Area
- 29,382 m² (2.94 ha, 7.26 acres)
- Buildings
- 3 buildings touch it. Their footprint covers 7,090 m².
- Zoning
- R2 RES (South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028) The objective
C1.1 MRC (South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028) The objective
G1 OS (South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028) The objective - Townland
- Irishtown
Planning applications on this parcel
11 Feb 2026Grant permission
The proposed development will consist of the replacement of 3no. existing illuminated signs with similar and the erection of 1no. new illuminated sign and all other associated site development works. Sign 1 (7.7m x 0.7m) is a high-level sign to replace the existing sign on the eastern elevation of the eastern block. Sign 2 is a new high-level (7.7m X 0.7m) on the western elevation of the eastern block. Sign 3 (5m x 0.9m) is low level wall mounted signage at the site entrance replacing existing sign. Sign No. 4 (8.5m x 0.8m) is a replacement for the existing high level sign over the main entrance to the hotel building.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD26A/0034W
4 Dec 2023Grant permission
The development will consist of modifications to the permitted scheme (SD21A/0184), including: - increase in the site area to include part of the grass verge to the north (from 1.4ha to 1.6 ha) to provide a soakaway; - Omission of body shop and valet extension and standalone remote sales office (and associated signage) and the construction of a standalone valet building with integrated remote sales office (5.1m max. height) (704.5 sqm total GFA); - Relocation of petrol filling area to the north-east corner; - Reduction and reconfiguration of defined vehicle display spaces (from 120 no. to 80 no. , including an increase in the number of EV charging units from 4 no. to 5 no.) -Reconfiguration of indicative vehicle display area; - Relocation of staff carparking area from north-east corner of site to rear of site; - Relocation of enclosed compound from rear of site to north-east corner of site, including the provision of 3 no. new EV charging units; - Relocation of vehicle sliding gate to east of proposed valet building; - Removal of the existing and permitted branded 'Toyota' signage (6 no in total) and replacement with 14 no. new internally illuminated signs (including 4 no. signs on existing motor sales outlet, 6 no. signs on proposed standalone valet building, and 4 no. freestanding signs); - Associated alterations to the hard and soft landscaping, paving, tarmac, planting and lighting to facilitate the proposed amendments; and - All associated site development and excavation works above and below ground.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD23A/0091
5 Apr 2023Invalid - site notice
Modifications to the permitted scheme (SD21A/0184), including increase in the site area to include part of the grass verge to the north (from 1.4 ha to 1.6 ha) to provide a soakaway; Omission of body shop and valet extension and standalone remote sales office (and associated signage} and the construction of a standalone valet building with integrated remote sales office (5.1m max. height) (704.5 sqm total GFA); Relocation of petrol filling area to the north-east corner; Reduction and reconfiguration of defined vehicle display spaces (from 120 to 80 including an increase in the number of EV charging units from 4 to 5); Reconfiguration of indicative vehicle display area; Relocation of staff car parking area from north-east corner of site to rear of site; Relocation of enclosed compound from rear of site to north-east corner of site, including the provision of 3 new EV charging units; Relocation of vehicle sliding gate to east of proposed valet building; Removal of the existing and permitted branded (Toyota) signage (6 total) and replacement with 14 new internally illuminated signs (including 4 signs on existing motor sales outlet, 6 signs on proposed standalone valet building, and 4 freestanding signs; Associated alterations to the hard and soft landscaping, paving, tarmac, planting, and lighting to facilitate the proposed amendments and All associated site development and excavation works above and below ground.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD23A/0070
2 Mar 2022Grant permission
Extension to the existing motor sales outlet with servicing area and associated development consisting of the construction of a single storey (double height) extension (c.568sq.m) to the existing motor sales outlet with servicing area which will comprise of a car body shop and valet area; single storey remote sales office (c.20sq.m); a covered bike shelter; ancillary petrol fill area; alterations to vehicle storage area; alterations and relocation of the exiting vehicle display provision (resulting in total of 79 defined display spaces (59 additional) together with indicative display areas with capacity for c.72 vehicles); a reduction in service spaces (resulting in total of 23 service spaces (3 less)) and relocation and additions to the existing staff car parking provision (resulting in total of 25 staff spaces (5 additional)); provision of a new pedestrian site entrance; signage (3 signs (4.45sq.m; 2.71sq.m; 0.58sq.m); alterations and additions to the soft and hard landscaping, including the removal of existing fence; new boundary treatment and internal vehicle access gate; pedestrian paths and access; paving; tarmac and planting; relocation of vehicle sliding gate; an additional vehicle display podium; additional electric charging bays; new lighting; elevational changes to the existing building to facilitate the extension; an additional attenuation tank; all piped infrastructure and ducting; plant; all associated site development and excavation works above and below ground.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD21A/0184
28 Feb 2018Grant permission
Material change of use of previously permitted ground floor retail space, (Ref. Ref. SD06A/0957), to include the internal subdivision of existing retail space to create an administration office ancillary to the operations of the existing adjoining hotel. Associated minor alterations to the ground floor external elevations to include the relocation of the existing east facing entrance door and the installation of opening sections to existing south facing windows
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD18A/0062
23 Dec 2015Grant permission
Construction of a two-storey Motor Sales Outlet with servicing area (gross floor area of 2,939sq.m) comprising of a motor showroom, service workshop, parts store and customer facilities at ground floor with, office, staff canteen and toilet at first floor. The development also comprises illuminated building signage, 52 staff and customer parking spaces (including 2 electric vehicle charging bays), c.129 car bays for the purposes of display, parts collection, service and demonstration (including covered car parking bays) and cycle parking under a canopy structure, bin storage compound, car wash facility, gated compound, hard and soft landscaping, 1 free-standing illuminated sign, 1 free-standing illuminated directional sign, 2 display vehicle podiums, plant, ESB sub-station and all associated site development works.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD15A/0396
9 Nov 2006Grant permission
Alterations to the previously permitted leisure centre, to include the internal subdivision of the permitted retail area at ground level to 1 no. shop (neighbourhood) and 1 no. recreational facility (commercial). This planning application will include revised elevations to the west, south and east of the Leisure Centre at ground level [previous relevant permissions include (Reg. Ref. No's. S01A/0880, SD02A/0183, SD02A/0719, SD03A/0339 and SD04A/0432)].
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD06A/0957
10 Jun 2004Grant permission
Addition of 8 no. hotel rooms on two levels at 4th and 5th floor and for 3 no. hotel rooms at 1st, 2nd, and 3rd floor over a ground floor extension at the intersection of the hotel and hotel suites block at the Northeast corner of the site, and internal alterations (within the building footprint) comprising: subdivision and internal layout change to the previously permitted 62 no. 2 bed hotel suites block: internal alterations to the previously permitted hotel and leisure centre; omission of 4 no. suites from the roof of the leisure centre; omission of sub-station and alterations to ground and basement level car parks; revised elevations and ancillary accomodation associated with the above. (Previous relevant permissions are (Reg. Ref. Nos. S01A/0880, SD02A/0183, SD02A/0719 and SD03A/0339), on lands adjacent to the junction of the N4 Lucan Road.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD04A/0432
1 Dec 2003Declared withdrawn
Construction of 560 no. apartments with a floor area of 52,393m.sq., a corner shop (74m.sq.) and cafe/restaurant (74m.sq.), 300 bicycle spaces, 143 surface car parking spaces and 562 basement car parking spaces comprising 18,026m.sq. with access off Road E at Liffey Valley Town Centre, Fonthill Road, Dublin 22. The development comprises 121 no. one bed apartments, 422 no. two bed apartments and 17 no. three bed apartments, in eight blocks of varying height; Block 1 is 5 storeys with 8 storeys at the south west corner, Block 2 is 7 storeys stepping to 10 storeys at north west corner, Block 3 is 5 storeys with 6th floor recessed penthouse level at corners, Blocks 4 and 5 are 6 storeys with 7th floor penthouse level, Block 6 is 5 storey with 6th floor recessed penthouse level, Block 7 is 5 storeys rising to 6 and 7 storeys at the courtyard elevation and Block 8 is 16 storeys with 17th floor penthouse level. The proposed development includes a new pedestrian bridge to the QBC at the N4, a central and courtyard of 7,476m.sq., and all ancillary site and infrastructure works including landscaping and paving, bin stores and ESB substations. An Environmental Impact Statement will be submitted to the Planning Authority with the planning application.
Permission, 560 homes · South Dublin County Council, SD03A/0889
19 Nov 2003Grant permission
Vary a previous grant of permission dated 10/04/03 (Register Reference SD03A/0011) for the development of a cafe/coffee shop within part of the East Rotunda at Liffey Valley Shopping Centre. The variation consists of omitting the requirement of Condition No. 4 to provide separately metered water supply and 24 hour water storage to service this approved cafe/coffee shop.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD03A/0849
29 May 2003Grant permission
40 no. one and two bedroom hotel suites in a 4 storey over basement car park structure to the south of the previously permitted hotel and leisure centre (Reg. Ref. No's. S01A/0880 and SD02A/0183) and 4 no. two bedroom suites, in a roof top penthouse over the previously permitted 3 storey leisure centre together with associated plant rooms and alterations to car-parking and elevations on lands at Liffey
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD03A/0339
29 May 2003Grant permission
Alterations to previously permitted hotel and leisure centre (Reg. Ref. No's. S01A/0880 and SD02A/0183 respectively) being internal alterations and part extension on three storeys comprising additional hotel plant, ancillary accommodation and leisure centre changing area at lower ground level, re-location of hotel bar and increase in size of retail area at ground level, provision of hotel conference room and therapy / treatment clinic at first floor, plant accommodation and alterations to elevations.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD03A/0338
27 May 2003Grant permission
62 no. 2 bedroom hotel suites in a five storey over basement car park structure adjacent to previously permitted hotel and leisure centre (Reg. Ref. No's. S01A/0880 and SD02A/0183), ancillary accommodation, new two level 'deck' type car park structure to the south west of the site and alterations to previously permitted car parking.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD02A/0719
15 Apr 2002Grant permission
Leisure centre, comprising of a swimming pool, gymnasium/ fitness centre, sports clinic, 3 no. retail units, ancillary accommodation and car park adjacent to previously permitted hotel development (Reg. Ref. S01A/0880).
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD02A/0183
24 Dec 2001Grant permission
Alterations to previously permitted Hotel, Conference Centre etc. development (Reg. Ref. No. S99A/0731) comprising increase in number of bedrooms from 108 to 130, internal relocation of meeting rooms, bar and restaurant and associated internal and elevational changes.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, S01A/0880
14 Oct 1999Grant permission
Alterations to previously permitted 150 bed Hotel Conference Centre etc. development (Reg. Ref. No. S98A/0711), comprising reduction in No. of bedrooms to 108, omission of 2 No. conference/function rooms, increase in No. of meetings rooms from 3 to 8 and associated alterations to layout of Public/Ancillary areas and elevations.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, S99A/0731
11 Dec 1998Grant permission
Alterations and additions to store, Unit 56 of previously approved Quarryvale Shopping Centre. To provide for additional storage/ancillary area and associated access stairs at mezzanine floor level.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, S98A/0853
Source: National Planning Applications, Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, CC BY 4.0. Applicants are not shown.
Designated sites
No designated site (Special Area of Conservation, Special Protection Area, Natural Heritage Area or proposed one) touches this parcel.
Recorded monuments around it
No zone of notification of a recorded monument touches this parcel.
Architectural heritage
No building of the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage stands on this parcel.
Designated sites: National Parks and Wildlife Service. Recorded monuments: Sites and Monuments Record, National Monuments Service. Buildings: National Inventory of Architectural Heritage. Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, CC BY 4.0. Works at or in relation to a recorded monument need two months' written notice to the National Monuments Service (National Monuments (Amendment) Act 1994, section 12).
Ground and risks
- Radon
- At the centre of this parcel, about 1 in 20 homes in this area is likely to have high radon levels. Testing a home
- Landslides
- The Geological Survey did not answer.
- Terrain model
- The Geological Survey did not answer.
- Flooding
- The Office of Public Works publishes its flood maps on floodinfo.ie.
Radon Risk Map of Ireland, Environmental Protection Agency, and Landslide Susceptibility Classification, Geological Survey Ireland, both under CC BY 4.0. LiDAR: contains Irish Public Sector Data (Geological Survey Ireland & the Office of Public Works) licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) licence.
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Registered freehold land, Tailte Éireann, CC BY 4.0. A parcel is the land of a title, not an address. The owner's name is in the Land Registry of Tailte Éireann: a copy of the folio can be ordered on landdirect.ie, for a fee.
- Area
- 105.4 ha
- 261 acres
- Land parcels
- 582
- registered freehold, median 197 m²
- Zoning
- R2
- RES
- Planning
- 100
- applications since 2010
Land parcels
Registered freehold land, Tailte Éireann
582 registered freehold parcels lie mostly in Irishtown, from 2 m² to 85,145 m² (8.51 ha, 21.04 acres). The dashed line is the townland's boundary. 77 neighbouring parcels touch it.
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Zoning
Development plans, national zoning
- R2RES (Existing residential)
South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028, South Dublin · 556 parcels The zoning objective in the plan - C1.1MRC (Commercial, retail)
South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028, South Dublin · 30 parcels The zoning objective in the plan - M3LC (District, neighbourhood centre)
South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028, South Dublin · 15 parcels The zoning objective in the plan - G1OS (Open space, park)
South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028, South Dublin · 9 parcels The zoning objective in the plan - G3HA-LV (Conservation, amenity or buffer space, corridor/belt, landscape)
South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028, South Dublin · 4 parcels The zoning objective in the plan - C1.2RW (Retail warehouse)
South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028, South Dublin · 2 parcels The zoning objective in the plan - C2.1EE (Industrial, enterprise, employment)
South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028, South Dublin · 2 parcels The zoning objective in the plan
Source: Tailte Éireann and the Department of Housing (MyPlan), national zoning, CC BY 4.0.
Planning applications
Sites that touch the townland, newest first
13 Jul 2026Grant permission
A proposed new first floor internal plant area incurring an additional 317 sqm of gross floor area and the provision of two new fire safety doors on the east and south facades which incur no additional floor area. The existing development carries an effluent discharge licence.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD26A/0167W
8 Apr 2026Grant permission
Change of use of the existing Unit 14b (996sq.m) to use as a gym including internal layout modifications, external signage and all associated site and development works.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD26A/0089W
6 Mar 2026Grant permission
Planning permission is sought for provision of internally illuminated fascia signage atop entrances on north western and north eastern elevations; provision of digital display screens (each 1,229x714mm) on north western elevation; and provision of vinyl signage on north western and north eastern elevations.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD26A/0061W
23 Feb 2026Declared exempt
The replacement of an existing natural grass sports pitch with an artificial grass sports pitch.
Declaration of exemption sect. 5 · South Dublin County Council, ED26/0015
11 Feb 2026Grant permission
The proposed development will consist of the replacement of 3no. existing illuminated signs with similar and the erection of 1no. new illuminated sign and all other associated site development works. Sign 1 (7.7m x 0.7m) is a high-level sign to replace the existing sign on the eastern elevation of the eastern block. Sign 2 is a new high-level (7.7m X 0.7m) on the western elevation of the eastern block. Sign 3 (5m x 0.9m) is low level wall mounted signage at the site entrance replacing existing sign. Sign No. 4 (8.5m x 0.8m) is a replacement for the existing high level sign over the main entrance to the hotel building.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD26A/0034W
16 Jan 2026Grant permission
The proposed development will consist of the amalgamation of existing Unit 54 (c. 174 sq.m) and existing Unit 55 (c. 201 sq.m), both retail use, into a single retail unit of c. 381 sq.m through the removal of the existing partition wall between the two units. New internal centre façade for the amalgamated unit to include for 2 no. banner signs of 6.4m x 1.25m.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD26A/0011W
9 Oct 2025Grant permission
The development will consist of altering the existing hip in the side of the main roof to a gable, the construction of a rooflight in the main roof to the front of the house and a window in the new gable at attic level.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25B/0590W
23 Sept 2025Invalid - site notice
The development will consist of altering the existing hip in the side of the main roof to a gable, the construction of a rooflight in the main roof to the front of the house and a window in the new gable at attic level.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25B/0567W
22 Sept 2025Grant permission
The development will consist of a change of roof type from hipped to pitched by raising the gable wall, including an attic conversion to a home office and storage, a window in the gable wall and a rear roof dormer
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25B/0566W
15 Sept 2025Invalid - site notice
The development will consist of altering the existing hip in the side of the main roof to a gable, the construction of a rooflight in the main roof to the front of the house and a window in the new gable at attic level.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25B/0549W
12 Sept 2025Invalidate application
The development will consist of a change of roof type from hipped to pitched by raising the gable wall, including an attic conversion to a home office and storage, a window in the gable wall and a rear roof dormer
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25B/0548W
9 Sept 2025Grant permission
New flat roof dormer to the rear of the existing house roof. The top of the flat roof dormer to be 400mm above the existing house ridge line. A new Velux to the front of the existing house roof and all ancillary works.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25B/0443
4 Sept 2025Grant permission
The development will consist of the installation of 2 no. retail/food/beverage kiosks in the existing mall of Liffey Valley Shopping Centre. Each kiosk is c.15 sq.m (5m x 3m) and c.4m in height with signage of c.12.8 sq.m (2 no. signs of 5m x 0.8m and 2 no. signs of 3m x 0.8m) and an associated seating area of c. 53.8sq.m.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25A/0214W
1 Sept 2025Grant permission
Single storey extension as SEN Unit to north-east of school building with 2 No. SEN Classrooms (70sqm each); 2 No. Quiet Spaces (13sqm each); 1 No. Multi-Activity Room (20 sqm); 1No. Central Activity Space (100sqm) and Daily living skills (15sqm); 1 No. office(20sqm); toilets and shower area(18.52 sqm); 3 No. staff toilets (8.15 sqm); 1 No. changing place (12.52sqm); 2 No. storage spaces (14 sqm); 1 No. cleaner store (3sqm); 1 No. sluice(3sqm) and ancillary services; external new secure soft play area (120sqm) and sensory garden (90sqm); 6 No parking spaces and all associated site works and services including new vehicular & pedestrian gates to Greenfort Lawns at St. Bernadette's Senior National School, Greenfort Avenue, Quarryvale, Dublin 22, D22 PW58
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25A/0103W
13 Aug 2025Grant permission
Planning permission for a front entry porch
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25B/0492
31 May 2025Grant permission
Planning permission is sought for single storey building to side / front garden of existing house, new building for home office / playroom facility and all associated site works
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25B/0047W
28 May 2025Refuse permission
The development will condsist of an attic conversion extending existing ridge level to accomadate proposed bedroom and associated works
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25B/0140
18 Mar 2025Grant permission
The development will consist of the construction of a new mezzanine floor to the warehouse area for storage use (641m2) and all associated site works.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25A/0056W
3 Mar 2025Grant permission
The proposed development will consist of: 1. Automatic car wash with water recycling system & payment terminal and 2. Associated revisions to existing knee-high timber fence, landscaped area and all associated site development works including drainage infrastructure, landscaping and line marking.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD25A/0043W
31 Jan 2025Grant permission
Construct a new 2 storey rear extension to existing Elverys Sports retail unit including 2 no. new EV charging spaces and 7 no. cycle parking spaces together with all signage, associated site works, and connection into existing services.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD24A/0150W
9 Dec 2024Grant permission
The development will consist of: • Provision of a drive-thru lane for the Costa Coffee unit, including a canopy and service hatch on the northwestern side of the unit, a height restrictor / entrance barrier on the access lane, 3.5m wide drive-thru lane, and associated hard and soft landscaping, • Provision of associated signage consisting of 2 no. directional signage, 1 no. order station, and 3 no. menu boards / advertisement signs; • Alterations to all elevations of the Costa Coffee unit, including the provision of new signage on all elevations; • Associated alterations to the existing car parking layout including the removal of 4 no. associated parking spaces, realignment of the pedestrian walkway and provision of a pedestrian crossing; • Alterations to the existing external bin storage unit • An increase of unit floor area of 8 sq.m; and • Alterations to landscaping, outdoor seating area, and all associated development.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD24A/0274W
17 Oct 2024Grant permission
The proposed development will consist of the continuation of the permitted temporary events area of c. 2,359 sq.m located to the rear of the Centre between service yards 2 & 3 (as previously permitted under Reg. Refs.: SD22A/0018, SD18A/0148 and SD15A/0313 for a period of 3 years).
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD24A/0230W
5 Sept 2024Grant permission for retention
Retention of altered windows to front elevation at first floor and widened driveway, with width reduced to 3.6m
Retention · South Dublin County Council, SD24B/0390W
28 Aug 2024Grant permission
This planning application seeks permission for development and modifications permitted under SDCC Ref. SD23A/0068, as amended by SD23A/0241, as follows: 1. Change of façade materials to existing front and side walls (c.160 sq.m) located above Unit 20 and Unit 21B, from render finish to cladding finish, as permitted under SDCC Ref. SD23A/0068, as amended by SDCC Ref. SD23A/0241; 2. New cladding between storefront windows on Unit 20 and 21B (c.11 sq.m) permitted under SDCC Ref. SD23A/0068, as amended by SDCC Ref. SD23A/0241; 3. Windscreens (c.2.3m in height) at the entrance doors of Unit 20 and 21B, as permitted under SDCC Ref. SD23A/0068, as amended by SDCC Ref. SD23A/0241; 4. A new fire-rated glazed screen (c.2.9m x c.3.2m) located internally between the lobby and Unit 20 and a new fire-rated glazed screen (c.2.9m x c.3.2m) and door located internally between the lobby and Unit 21B, as permitted under SDCC Ref. SD23A/0068, as amended by SDCC Ref. S023A/0241; 5. Installation of 12 no. roof ventilation hoods at roof level of Unit 20 & Unit 21B (permitted under SDCC Ref. SD23A/0068, as amended by SDCC Ref. SD23A/0241) associated with internal ventilation of these units; 6. The relocation of 2 no. existing pay stations and removal of associated canopies, to the east and west of the Yellow Entrance, to be relocated to the front of the pedestrian walk-through adjacent to the bus plaza; 7. All associated site services, landscaping and development works.
Permission · South Dublin County Council, SD24A/0207
20 Aug 2024Refuse ext. of duration of permission
Part single, part two storey extension to front, side and rear of existing dwelling consisting of 1 bedroom and enlargement of bathroom on first floor; single storey consisting of enlargement of kitchen with new double doors and additional bedroom with wet room and lounge area to side and all associated site works.
Extension of duration of permission · South Dublin County Council, SD19B/0346/EP
The 25 most recent of over 100 applications.
Source: National Planning Applications, Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, CC BY 4.0. Applicants are not shown.
Nature and heritage
Designated sites and recorded monuments
Designated sites
No designated site (Special Area of Conservation, Special Protection Area, Natural Heritage Area or proposed one) touches the townland of Irishtown.
Recorded monuments
- DU017-023 Castle - tower house
Description
Situated on flat ground in the middle of a housing estate. The W corner turret is all that survives of this towerhouse. It rises to two storeys. Built of roughly coursed masonry with dressed quoins. There is a lintelled entrance on E side at ground level and first floor (int. dims. L 3.4m; Wth 3m). The S side of the tower is lit by plain square opes. According to the Exchequer Inquisitions for County Dublin, it was agreed in 1601 that Alderman Patrick Browne and his wife should build a castle on the lands of Irishtown (Ball 1906, 87). This building is marked on the Down Survey (1655-6) map. The Civil Survey 1654-55 describes this building as a habitable house (Simington 1945, 292). A drawing by Beranger dated 1772 shows a twin gabled towerhouse (Harbison 1998, 30-31). Compiled by: Geraldine Stout Date of upload: 26 August 2011
Architectural heritage
- Milestone/milepost, 1750–1800 · Regional interest
Description
Monolithic granite milestone, c. 1775, with initials carved on top and distances inscribed on north, west and east sides, now largely illegible. Concrete boundary wall abutting to west side.
Designated sites: National Parks and Wildlife Service. Recorded monuments: Sites and Monuments Record, National Monuments Service. Buildings: National Inventory of Architectural Heritage. Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, CC BY 4.0. Works at or in relation to a recorded monument need two months' written notice to the National Monuments Service (National Monuments (Amendment) Act 1994, section 12).
Ground and risks
Radon, landslides, flooding
- Radon
- At the centre of the townland of Irishtown, about 1 in 10 homes in this area is likely to have high radon levels. Testing a home
- Landslides
- The 1:50,000 map rates the landslide susceptibility here as moderately low, low, partly inferred.
- Terrain model
- LiDAR of the Office of Public Works, flown in 2011, at 2 m: tile OPW_3085 (ZIP).
- Flooding
- The Office of Public Works publishes its flood maps on floodinfo.ie.
Radon Risk Map of Ireland, Environmental Protection Agency, and Landslide Susceptibility Classification, Geological Survey Ireland, both under CC BY 4.0. LiDAR: contains Irish Public Sector Data (Geological Survey Ireland & the Office of Public Works) licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) licence.
Homes sold
Property Price Register
No address of the register names Irishtown with five sales or more. The sales of the area are on the page of Co. Dublin.
The townland
- Name
- Irishtown · An Baile Gaelach
- Area
- 1,054,234 m² (105.42 ha, 260.51 acres)
- Civil parish
- Palmerston, and its townlands
- Barony
- Uppercross
- Electoral division
- Palmerston West, the unit of the census
- Census 2022
- 7,323 people lived in 2,230 households in the Palmerston West electoral division. 68% of households owned their home. 6% of homes were built since 2001. 2% of dwellings stood vacant on census night, and 0% were holiday homes.
- Neighbouring townlands
- Ballydowd, Ballyowen, Coldcut, Fonthill, Palmerston Upper, Quarryvale, Ronanstown, Rowlagh, Woodfarm, Yellow Walls
- Placenames
- Irishtown on logainm.ie, the Placenames Database of Ireland
Townlands, civil parishes, baronies and electoral divisions, National Statutory Boundaries, Tailte Éireann, CC BY 4.0. Census 2022, Small Area Population Statistics by electoral division, Central Statistics Office, CC BY 4.0. A townland is the smallest land division of Ireland, and the unit of a rural address. Old registers such as the 1901 and 1911 censuses file it under its civil parish and barony.